Job Openings at NigerDock

Purpose:

• To safely operate cranes for lifting and moving heavy materials and equipment as directed.

Main Duties:

• Operate all-terrain cranes up to 400 tons and other mobile cranes as assigned.
• Check crane, wire ropes, hooks, and slings before use.
• Carry out daily maintenance and inspection of the crane.
• Follow all safety rules and supervisor instructions during lifting work.
• Work with riggers and signalers during lifting operations.
• Report any faults or safety issues immediately.
• Assist in simple site tasks like loading, unloading, or minor repairs when needed.

Requirements:

• Valid crane operator license.
• At least 5 years of experience operating heavy cranes.
• Must know how to read load charts and understand rigging signals.
• Physically fit and safety conscious.
• Able to show proof of previous crane operation.

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The Role

The deckhand/onboard mechanic will be responsible for:

• Grease and clean machinery
• Perform simple maintenance tasks
• Load and unload cargo
• Perform other tasks as instructed by the captain

Responsibilities

• Assist the captain in safe vessel operations
• Enforce safety protocols, including life jackets
• Ensure safety of passengers
• Coordinate safe loading and offloading of cargos
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks
• Monitor engine performance and report abnormalities immediately

Requirements

• Minimum secondary school certificate
• Valid STCW and MEA certificate
• 1-3 years’ experience in marine operations preferred
• Proven skills in diagnosing, repairing and maintaining marine engines
• Basic first aid and fire safety training is an advantage
• Physically fit and able to handle manual tasks
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

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The Role

• The Stevedore Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating stevedoring activities to ensure cargo loading and discharge operations are carried out safely, efficiently, and in compliance with approved stowage plans, HSE standards, and port regulations. The role provides direct oversight of stevedore gangs, ensures effective manpower deployment, and serves as the operational link between vessel officers and terminal management.

Reporting To

• Senior Operations Manager

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily stevedoring operations including cargo loading, discharge, lashing, unlashing, and tallying activities.
• Computation and preparation of labour payments input information.
• Enforce strict compliance with HSE policies, PPE usage, toolbox talks, and safe work procedures.
• Oversee the labour operations on the vessels, giving safety related instructions, guides and advise to forestall minor and major accidents/incidents.
• Work in conjunction with the shipping agents to meet the expected time of departure ETD target.
• Take proper records of vessels operation analysis in regarding to IDLE TIME at berth.
• Control the labour work force onboard and ashore and guide them against overloading of nets/slings to avoid accident and operational hazard.
• Keep/report detailed operational events of the vessels regarding commencement and close of operation, number of manpower utilization, idle time and other related information.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Port Operations, Maritime Studies or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in stevedoring or port operations, logistics planning, or maritime documentation.
• Ability to supervise stevedores, assign gangs, and manage shifts.
• Working knowledge of HSE standards, Experience enforcing PPE usage, toolbox talks, and incident reporting
• Strong knowledge of loading, offloading, lashing, tallying.
• Strong knowledge of cargo handling procedures and stevedoring operations.
• Basic understanding of vessel stowage plans and cargo documentation.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and operational documentation tools.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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The Role

The boat captain will be responsible for the following:

• Safe operation and navigation of the boats
• Overseeing the crew
• Ensuring compliance with maritime laws
• Making all critical decisions regarding the boats’ journey
• Prioritizing the safety of passengers, crew, and the boat.

Responsibilities

• Safely navigate and operate assigned vessel in accordance with maritime laws and company procedures.
• Ensure the safety of passengers, crew, vehicles, and the boat.
• Monitor weather conditions and make operational decisions accordingly.
• Organizes fuelling of the boat and fills the fuel record paper.
• Report incidents, damages, or safety concerns immediately to the marine administrator.
• Fills passenger and vehicle record paper after every trip made
• Performing other tasks as instructed by the marine administrator.

Requirements

• Valid boat captain license/certificate of competency
• Minimum 3-5 years' proven experience operating passenger and/or cargo vessels
• Knowledge of maritime safety regulations and navigation procedures
• Basic First aid and Fire safety training
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• bility to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Must be able to swim.

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Commercial Specialist

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience5 - 8 years
• LocationLagos
• Job FieldSales and Business Development 

The Role

• The commercial specialist supports revenue growth, commercial compliance, and client satisfaction within terminal operations. The role manages the commercial lifecycle, including proposals, pricing, contracts, billing reconciliation, revenue assurance, reporting, and market analysis, while identifying and preventing revenue leakage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit commercial proposals, bids, tenders, pro forma invoices, and tariff estimates for terminal services.
• Analyze pricing, revenue yields, and margins to recommend tariff adjustments and improve profitability.
• Manage client onboarding, including due diligence, credit reviews, and required legal and commercial documentation.
• Draft, review, track, and manage renewals of client contracts, lease agreements, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Serve as a key client contact, resolving enquiries related to tariffs, terminal access, operational procedures, and storage conditions.
• Reconcile operational records, vessel discharge sheets, manifests, and shift reports against agreed commercial and billing terms.
• Monitor cargo residence times, free days, demurrage, and laytime to identify discrepancies and proactively resolve billing disputes.
• Verify commercial and client invoices for accuracy across rates, volumes, weight-based charges, and applicable tariffs.
• Collaborate with Operations and Finance to identify and resolve billing anomalies, system errors, and variation orders.
• Maintain commercial data and prepare reports on throughput, revenue pipelines, margins, KPIs, and market trends to support business decisions.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Maritime Studies, Supply Chain & Logistics, Economics, or a related field.
• 5–8 years’ experience in commercial operations, contract administration, rate estimation, or business development.
• Experience in maritime terminals, ports, free trade zones, logistics, or heavy industrial environments is preferred.
• Proven ability to manage complex workflows, support client retention, and maintain high customer satisfaction.
• Advanced Excel, data analysis, reconciliation, modelling, and reporting skills.
• Strong commercial and contract drafting skills.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and dispute-resolution skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams.